How to Create Workstream in Jira
- George Apostolov
How to Create Workstream in Jira: step-by-step guide
Click on 'Create' in the top menu.
In the 'Issue Type' dropdown, select 'Epic'.
Click 'Create'.
Click 'Link issue' to link existing issues (stories, tasks, bugs, etc.) to this Epic. So that all issues related to the workstream are grouped under the Epic.
Click 'Reports'.
Select 'Epic Report'.
Select 'epic workstream.'
You can now track the progress of the workstream. While Jira doesn’t have a built-in 'Workstream' feature, you can effectively create and manage work streams using Epics.
Quick answer: To create a workstream in Jira, click Create, select Epic, and click Create. Next, click Link issue to group related stories, tasks, or bugs under the Epic. Finally, click Reports, select Epic Report, and choose your epic workstream to track progress.
About this Jira tutorial
Track progress and group related tasks by setting up work streams using Epics in Jira. This guide shows how to create Workstream in Jira in 8 steps, starting with "Click on 'Create' in the top menu" and finishing with "You can now track the progress of the workstream. While Jira doesn’t have a built-in 'W...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Jira interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to create Workstream in Jira?
8 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Jira data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Jira. Related guides: How to Create Advanced Roadmap in Jira, How to create an epic in jira and How to Create Automation Rules in Jira. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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